1986 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 705 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1998 Saturn SC | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Grand Marquis | SC |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |